School Bus Driver

First Student • Canton, MS

8d • Onsite

About The Position

First Student is hiring part-time School Bus Drivers in Canton, Mississippi. Drivers pick up students in the morning, transport them safely to school, and bring them home in the afternoon. Additional hours may be available for field trips and special-event transportation. The role offers training and guidance for candidates who do not have prior experience or a CDL. Candidates who complete training must satisfy applicable licensing, endorsement, physical, drug and alcohol program, and background-screening requirements. The position requires English proficiency for training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications. It is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive position.

The work follows a flexible, split-shift schedule with morning and afternoon routes on weekdays. Nights, weekends, holidays, and summers are not required. Drivers may be paid for a guaranteed minimum of five hours per school day when they drive both AM and PM routes. The role provides an opportunity to support students and families and may lead to advancement into operational, maintenance, management, or leadership roles.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years old.
• Have held a valid driver’s license for at least three years.
• Be proficient in English for job-related training and communications.
• After training, meet applicable requirements, including a Class A or Class B CDL, Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements, and air-brake qualification with no restrictions.
• Meet DOT physical requirements and drug and alcohol program requirements.
• Pass background screening.
• Comply with DOT drug-testing requirements; the posting states that DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

Nice To Haves

• Valid Class B license.
• Experience driving for ride-share companies or taxi services.
• Previous experience as a teacher, CDL driver, social worker, classroom assistant, hospitality worker, customer service associate, or retail associate.
• Enjoy working with students.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
• Supervise students boarding and unloading at stops, and assist with seatbelts and mobility aids.
• Maintain order on the bus to prevent distractions.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of brakes, lights, tires, and emergency exits.
• Promptly report mechanical issues and keep the bus clean and sanitary.
• Follow traffic laws and company safety standards.
• Communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch about student behavior or delays.
• Demonstrate leadership and customer service skills.

Benefits

• Hourly pay of $21–$25; training pay of $15.85 per hour.
• Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training provided.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance or coverage options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Flexible part-time schedule with weekdays-only AM/PM split shifts; no nights, weekends, holidays, or summers required.
• Career advancement opportunities across more than 540 locations in the U.S. and Canada.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering counseling and support services.
• Employee discounts on various products and services.
• Guaranteed minimum pay for five hours per school day when both AM and PM routes are driven.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed